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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Barotropic System Barotropic System The term 'Barotropic System' as it applies to the area of the weather can be defined as ' A weather system in which temperature and pressure surfaces are coincident, i.e., temperature is uniform (no temperature gradient) on a constant pressure surface. Barotropic systems are characterized by a lack of wind shear, and thus are generally unfavorable areas for severe thunderstorm development. See baroclinic zone'. Previous 5 Terms: Barometer barometer Barometric Pressure barometric pressure baroscope Next 5 Terms: Barotropy Barrage Barrage (gate-structure dam) Barrel Barrels per calendar day About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.